Located 4 miles west of Asher, this small town had
a postoffice from April 25, 1876 - July 18, 1888 and was called OBERLIN
(named for Oberlin College in Ohio.) Previous names were Isabella
and Clardyville; after Oberlin it became known as Wagoza and then finally
Wanette.

The first postmistress was Mary A. Trousdale, wife
of Allen Trousdale who came to Pottawatomie County in 1872. He was
the father of William B. "Billy" Trousdale who was elected Sheriff of the
county in 1894.

Do you have photos of early day Wanette that you would be
willing to share so we can post them here?
Please email the Pott County Genealogy Club at
pottcounty@gmail.com
We would love to have pictures of post office; school; churches, people/families.

photo courtesy of Brad HoltWanette Blacksmith Shop

Here is a wonderful site with lots of Wanette history,
pictures and other information